Jodhpur

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Introduction Udaipur 'VENICE OF THE EAST' known as the city of Lakes, is famous for its marble palaces, beautiful gardens and placid blue lakes, hemmed in by the lush hills of the Aravalis. Udaipur is the jewel of Mewar-a kingdom ruled by the Sisodia dynasty for 1200 years. Udai Singh sought the advice of a holy man and then went building this city on the banks of Pichola Lake. The Suraj Pol or Sun gate on the eastern side is the main entrance of the city. Best Time to Travel September to April City Place The palace has several carved balconies, arches and decorated pillars. Located inside the palace are the Suraj Gokhanda,Bada Mahal.Sheesh Mahal,Bhim Vilas,Chini Chitrashala and mor chowk are places of intrest. Pichola Lake The picturesque lake that entranced Maharaja Udai Singh is surrounded by hills, palaces, temples, bathing ghats and embankments. Fateh Sagar Built by Maharaja Fateh Singh, this elegant lake is surrounded on three sides by hills and palaces, temples, bathing ghats and embankments. Jagdish Temple Built in 1651 by Maharaja Jagajti Singh I, this Indo-Aryan temple is the largest and the most beautiful temple of Udaipur with noteworthy sculpted images. Ahar The royal centotaphs of the royal Maharanas of Mewar lies here in remains. Saheliyon-Ki-Bari This garden of the maids of honour with numerous fountains brings the unique lifestyle of the royal ladies who once strolled here. Pratap Memorial A bronze statue of Maharan Pratap is placed at Magari overlooking the Fateh Sagar Lake. Introduction Udaipur 'VENICE OF THE EAST' known as the city of Lakes, is famous for its marble palaces, beautiful gardens and placid blue lakes, hemmed in by the lush hills of the Aravalis. Udaipur is the jewel of Mewar-a kingdom ruled by the Sisodia dynasty for 1200 years. Udai Singh sought the advice of a holy man and then went building this city on the banks of Pichola Lake. The Suraj Pol or Sun gate on the eastern side is the main entrance of the city. Best Time to Travel September to April How To Reach Air Udaipur is connected by air with Delhi, Jaipur and Mumbai. Road Udaipur is connected by road with all cities and towns in Rajasthan. Rail Udaipur is connected by rail with Delhi, Ahmedabad and Jaipur.